This is a strategically good place to stay if you are touring Perhentian islands. While there are many beautiful beaches in Perhentian islands, the Long beach is the place where you get all facilities. Most of the other beautiful beaches dont have lodge or shacks to eat. Also the night life in Long beach is great. I stayed at Bubu resort.

A paradise lost Long Beach on Perhentian Kecil was once the most beautiful place I had ever seen. The sea sparkled with life, the stars lit up the night sky, and fire performers from around the world brought magic to the beach. It felt untouched, alive, and free—a true escape. Now, it's heartbreaking to return. The sea, once so clear and full of wonder, is clouded with algae. The beach is no longer a place to sit, sunbathe, or simply breathe—it's been overtaken by tightly packed restaurants. Where silence and starlight once filled the nights, harsh electric lights now drown out the skies. The stars are gone. Even the corals are dead. Plastic waste litters the shore. It feels like watching a loved one fade away. This beach was a treasure, and now it feels like a junkyard. I don’t write this out of anger, but sadness. I just hope something changes—before the last bit of its soul disappears.

Hub for water taxi/ water sports like diving and snorkeling. Numerous cafes and bars (mostly alcohol free). Beach is not ideal for swimming due to the commercial activities. Suggest Turtle Bay beach for snorkeling nearby. Tip: pays to compare the water taxi quotes especially for combined destinations

Went at night for a fire show. We stayed at Fishing village so need to order a water taxi to come here. There are a lot of restaurants, cafes and stays available here. Here is the main tourist spot at Perhentian Island. Suitable for every type of people, kids, elderly bachelor and married couple. Enjoyable moment and experience.

The beach was so beautiful and quiet. Water is so clear and sand is soft. You have to walk quite far though to be able to swim. I spent 2 hours here all by myself. Season is over. I’m staying in Perhentian islands 29.10.-1.11. and 99% of places are closed. It’s nice to get all the beaches ans attractions to myself. But it’s very difficult to find a place to serve food or even drinks😁

Pulau Perhentian Kecil is amazing. The water was crystal clear and you can snorkel around the jetty area. Plenty of fishes and corals. Plenty of restaurants around the Long Beach with fire shows at night too.

The beach is beautiful and clean. Sea water is very clear and you can see many fishes. The waves is not strong, I would say quite calm here so it’s quite safe to swim/play around in the sea. The beach sands are white and feels good to walk without slipper. Many food stalls selling food and drinks at a reasonable price.

Fantastic dive center! We absolutely loved the place, the dive spots, and the vibrant, welcoming vibe from everyone there. The team is incredibly friendly, funny, and made us feel right at home. They took great care of us and created a real sense of belonging. The dive sites were stunning too. Did 6 dives here. If you’re ever in Perhentian Island Kecil, this is the place to go! Highly recommend this place! Big thanks to Edwin and the whole crew — it was such a pleasure meeting all of you. Looking forward to our next dive together! And if you’re lucky, you might even meet the island cat, Keropok — such an adorable little character!

Just had one of the best diving trips at Turtle Bay. I hadn’t dived for a while and experienced some panic attacks, but Yaakub from Turtle Bay was incredible. He calmly guided me by focusing my attention on underwater creatures and reminding me to breathe. He held my hand and gave me the confidence to complete 9 dives successfully. If you want to feel safe and well cared for by true professionals, this is the place. No matter how panicked you feel, they know exactly how to handle it—just inform them beforehand if you have any doubts about the dive or panic attacks setting in, not during the dive. Thanks to Yaakub and his crew, I’m back diving again and fully confident.

Did my Open Water Course here few days back and I had an amazing time!! Ngl, I was quite nervous in the beginning of the training bc I overthink a lot 🤣 But towards the 3rd day I got a hang of it. Shoutout to my instructor Aniq for helping us stay calm while guiding us wholeheartedly till the end of our training. Really appreciate his effort and patience 🙏🏻🫶🏼 prioritisation of skills were his greatest emphasis - he ensures that we picked up every important skills before going deeper in the water and I can’t thank him enough!! I got to see fishiess and all sort of underwater creatures ☺️ Apart from that, the team are super friendly and comfortable to be around with. Also, big thanks to Edwin for the arrangement! Not to mention, the furry animals Keropok and Kiki 😸 cutest babies at TBD hahah. Love the vibe maynee. Will definitely come again! Thank you for the experience, TBD 🤙🏻

I had my first diving experience with Turtle Bay divers back in June. And let me tell you… It was so amazing I passed my Open Water with them. Everything was crystal clear, every instructions, skills… I cannot recommend them enough. Thank you again!

A good overview: What we did: We did a refresh course and 8 fundives with turtle bay divers. We always felt safe and happy :) Dive Masters/personal: They are very professional, helpful and wonderful people. They have a lot of respect for the animals and corals, what was also very important for us. Snorkling or diving? If you are considering to go snorkling or do an open water course you should definitly go diving. You feel like a part of the underwater world and that is very special. Snorkling is also nice, but you just float above the world and are not in it. But most important: do what you feel comfortable with. You can try out diving and quit at any point if you dont feel right. What you (maybe) can see: Your chances to see a lot of interesting animals are higher when you dive. We saw some bamboo sharks, a lot of blue spotted ribbontails, some boxfish (they are so cute), blacktip fin sharks, coral cat sharks, morays, pufferfish, a lot of nemos, a bumberheadfish, some giant jenkins whiprays and a lot more. A lot of times the animals were hiding under a rock. The prices: It is crazy how cheap it is to dive here. Also the price for a course is very low. I really recommend to do it here, no where else in the world you get such a good price (I've been in a lot of countries). The organisation: They are well organised and you can just go to their counter and ask them about courses/fundives or also snorkling trips. They are transparent with prices and inform you well about a diving site or about what you saw afterwards. It's a long recommondation, but i thought it may answer some questions for some fellow travellers/divers.

If you’re a bit nervous because you haven’t been diving in a while, Turtle Bay Divers is the place to go. Nash and Joel made us feel comfortable within minutes — true professionals who know exactly what they’re doing. It’s the people that make a dive great. The dive was smooth and unforgettable: we spotted sharks, turtles, squids, huge stingrays, and more fish than we could ever count. By the time we surfaced, we felt like pros. Their English is excellent (appreciated by us Dutchies), but if you speak Spanish, you’ll be in the best hands with Maria and Ben. ¡Te harán sentir seguro, feliz y en casa bajo el agua!

I started just wanting to try diving and was sure I wouldn’t like it, but thanks to our instructor Azwan, I gained so much confidence that I went all the way to my Open Water certification! He was patient, attentive, and made us feel safe at every step. The whole team is super friendly and positive — highly recommended!

Amazing experience with sea voice dive. I passed my Open water with Mann. You'll be really confident and comfortable in the water with him. You'll feel like taking part in the family for a few days, everyone is so nice. I really appreciate all the dives. Thanks a lot to Anna for my 2 last fun dives. I also want to add that the team is really focused on the preservation of the marine fauna. I wish the best to the team🤙

We did our open water padi certificate + 2 fun dives and we could not have had a better experience! This place is like a big family; you feel welcomed and safe since the first moment. Our dive master was Man and he is the absolute best! He is smart, very experienced and has a lovely sense of humor; he also makes you feel very safe in the water. The rest of the crew were all amazing too. Special mention to the boat driver Joe who was lovely and good fun! Can’t wait to come again next year, thank you so much guys!! 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

An absolutely incredible experience with this dive club! Everyone here is exceptionally kind and professional. I originally planned to stay on the island for just three days… but I ended up staying for 12, just to keep diving with them! The owners and their children are amazing, always making sure that every diver gets exactly what they need. Special shoutout to Mo, my main instructor – the perfect mix of cool, funny, and highly competent when it comes to diving. Thank you to the whole team for these unforgettable moments!”

I couldn’t recommend this dive centre more! I came here during my solo trip and immediately felt at home! the atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and supportive. I did my Open Water certification here, and the instructors were incredibly patient, attentive, and genuinely committed to helping you master each skill with confidence. This is also where I fell in love with diving. It’s hard to put into words how special this place is. Perhentian itself is a dream!! crystal-clear waters, vibrant marine life, and a peaceful energy that makes it so hard to leave. I couldn’t have picked a better place to begin my diving journey. If you’re thinking of diving, whether it’s your first time or your hundredth, this is the place to do it.

An amazing dive experience with the most incredible, talented, highly experienced, kind and considerate dive instructors I’ve met. They’re professional yet inject so much humour in their dive briefings accompanied by beautifully accurate sketched outlines of the dive sites that you’re most likely to remember them when you go out. I highly recommend this centre

Had an amazing time with Sea Voice! Outstanding service from Baim, Adam, and the boatman (maaf abe lupo nama). They even picked me up from the Marriott jetty, which was very convenient. Enjoyed all the fun dives and discovery dive in San Choi & Romantic. Highly recommend!

Had an AMAZING experience Scuba Diving here! Went with Nakib (he is a freelance that works here) and had the best experience here. I was privileged to have a 1:1 class and he was always looking if I was okay and enjoying. It was my fist experience and it was awesome. If i would have time i would have done the whole course. We went to see lot of coral and fishes. Definitely would recommend coming here ✨ all the reviews are just how it great is.

Fantastic people! I'm not the aquatic person, but they managed to not only get me PADI Open Water certified, but also ignite the joy and passion for diving and the underwater world. Big thanks to Samuel for his patience during the lessons, to Kie for the fine-tuning of my trim, and to Becca and Pato for 3 wonderful dive excursions. Super professional and relaxed atmosphere, we enjoyed 4 unforgettable days ♥️♥️♥️

Came to Perhentian for four days but stayed for two weeks and the biggest reason was Anti Gravity Divers!! I contacted Sue prior to arriving and from the first reply email, I knew I’d found the dive shop for me. They take safety and correct procedure really seriously, no corners cut. From the preparation of the quality gear, the in depth dive briefings, attentiveness under water to you and spotting the creatures I’d miss for sure. The entire team from the owners/manager right through to instructors, dive masters, interns and boat crew are friendly, helpful and genuine, there are no egos to jump over. If that isn’t enough the price of diving is a steal, cheaper than I was paying in Bali 10 years ago!!! My partner did his ticket 30 years ago but never liked it and I have been trying to get him to have another go, finally it has happened, the refresher course was as good as doing the OW course again and with that confidence and a handful of perfect dives, I’m happy to report he is back into diving. I’m giving the credit to the team at AGD…..thanks. Do yourself a favour and give them a go, you won’t be disappointed. I’ll be back no doubt 🥳😜

I had one of the best times of my life here. A really serious and passionated diving school. If you want to learn more about diving you will get probably the best education on the entire island. Even before starting anything the manager took about more than one hour to talk about different options what to do and what fits to me. Finally I ended up for 2 month in the diving school. They got a small dorm room with 8 beds where it is possible to stay for free while doing a course. The room is clean and the beds got mosquito nets. Nothing spectacular but totally enough for a nice stay. It is more about the amazing people and the family atmosphere. Don't expect a 5 star hotel. I did my rescue diver, Deep and Nitrox Specialty and the Sidemount Course. On top of that I did about 50 fun dives and I don't regret anything. Every penny was worth the money. I learned so much more about diving because of the amazing Instructors and DMT's. I haven't met such passionated and experienced people in the diving world before. Thank you so much for having me guys i love all of you. Thanks to Sue, Anand, Sam, Kieran, Azman, Misa, Diana, Alex, Becca, Jon, Chiara, Pancho, Lucia, Pato, Ponti, Paola, Maitane and Aldraine. I hope I didn't forget anyone. I met so many people during my stay. All the best Nils

We took 26 students from Hull University to Perhentian and worked with these guys. Interested, efficient, friendly and full of good advice. The best dive centre on Perhentian.

Amazing team and place! Did our Padi Open Water Diver course here, and the instructors Sam and Kieran were fantastic in bringing us the techniques by, and to practise them in open water. Done additional 3 fun dives after certification with Becca and Pato, just as great! Also, the diving sites around the islands are just amazing.

Had a really great time taking my Open Water course here, been an honour to be taught by one of the most experienced instructor on the island Anand. He is very patient and detailed during the lesson, my skills have greatly improved in just a few days. All of the instructors are very friendly as well. Definitely recommend coming here to get your Open Water Certification and fun dives.

Did my Rescue Diver Course here and couldn't have chosen a better dive center to do it! Everyone is amazing and helpful, Sue, Kieran, Sam, Loucia, Paola, Wren and all the other people I met during my stay here! Huge thanks especially to Kieran and Paola for giving me a really fun and memorable experience during and outside of the rescue diver course! :) I miss you all already, hope to see you in Singapore if you are ever passing through! 😊

We booked our accommodation through Quiver and didn’t plan on doing our Open Water Course until arrival. All staff were super friendly, helpful and welcoming. Our instructor, Halid, was very knowledgeable, professional and easy going. He answered all of our many questions with enthusiasm and support. He was extremely explicit with his explanations and was very encouraging throughout. Our accommodation was comfortable and spacious, and the Quiver decking area was an enjoyable place to relax. Highly recommend!!!

I took the open water diving course and was lucky enough to meet Joe. During the three-day course, Joe made it fun and relaxing. He was humorous and attentive, guiding every step of the way. I felt especially at ease with Joe in the water. Even though my English isn't very good, he patiently helped me understand. He helped me graduate smoothly and celebrated with us, making my diving experience truly amazing. 👍👍 I'm so grateful to Joe and the other instructors for their constant attention and chatting with me! Highly recommend the Quiver Team. 🔥🔥🔥

Very happy to have jaz and cam as our instructors. And everyone there were very nice and helpful. The course was very detail! They make sure we understand every thing. And on our 2nd or 3rd day we were confident enough to dive.we also did one fun dive! It was so much fun and we felt not enough! Hahaha definitely will come back again. We did open water.

I came to take my open water, and ended up staying to take my Advance. The instructors are incredibly kind, patient and competent, especially Ebi (my instructor). The diving center is located on the most beautiful part of the island and the dormitories are very correct and practical. The price of training is also unbeatable. I will come back here for my next certifications. 🫶🏻✨

Finally I completed and graduated the rescue diver course from Quiver Dive Center. My instructor Ebi is one of the best instructor in town. His course was so fun and he is very patient to teach step by step. Planning to take dive master course and definately will come back to this dive center again soon.

I just completed my Open Water course and I’m filled with gratitude and wonder. From the first moment I felt welcomed, supported and inspired. The staff were incredibly kind and my instructor Eby was outstanding, his deep knowledge and the passion he radiates for the ocean made this journey truly special. I feel so lucky to have discovered the underwater world in such a special way. Thank you all xxx

I had an amazing experience completed Open Water Course with Quiver Dive Center! A huge thank you to Coach Joe for being so patient and professional throughout the entire journey. As a beginner, I was quite nervous at first, but Joe guided me step by step, making everything clear and manageable. His calm attitude and encouraging words really boosted my confidence underwater. I truly appreciate all the time and effort he put into helping me become a certified diver. Highly recommend Quiver dive center and I will come back again😉

Fantastic dive school!! We came for 4 days, ended up staying 9 and did a lot of diving + one advanced license. Communication upfront was super smooth, Shelby helped us to find different rooms for the nights since the island was pretty booked out during high season but we ended up staying most of the time in the guesthouse right next to the diving school which was super relaxed. Matahari feels like a big family, we had dinner together, took a boat trip to another island and did some yoga with the dive masters - we felt very comfortable and enjoyed hanging out there so much. The diving was very professional, they focus a lot on safety and meet you on your individual level of experience. All equipment is perfectly up to date. We first did a comprehensive refresher dive where they explained all relevant techniques and safety measures again. We together discussed which dive sites we want to visit to have a perfectly balanced diving week between shallow reef dives, wreck dives and deeper dives at some nice rock formations. Pricing is absolutely reasonable and anyways pretty similar everywhere on the island. We have been diving in Indonesia and the Philippines but here on Perhentian it’s definitely cheaper. Overall, we definitely recommend this fantastic and cozy place, thank you so much to Shelby and the whole team <3<3

We had an amazing time at Matahari Diver while completing our Advanced Open Water. The team is young, dynamic, and very professional, which made the whole experience both safe and enjoyable. A special thanks to our instructor Kabi, who was patient, supportive, and always smiling – everything went perfectly with him. Thank you for the great dives and this wonderful underwater adventure! 🌊🤿✨

I found Matahari completely by chance along the beachfront, got talking to the fantastic owner Shelby and shortly after my girlfriend and I had signed up for our open water padi certification as well as booking into the guesthouse. The whole team could not have been more accommodating and the dive centre itself makes out for an amazing spot to chill out and enjoy long beach, with it's fantastic beachfront setting. My instructor Jonas perfectly mixed highly informative instruction with the fun and enjoyment surrounding diving - particularly on the beautiful Perhentian Islands. I have nothing but good to say about my stay, thank you Matahari Divers!

Matahari Divers isn’t just a dive center—they’re a team that truly cares. From the moment you arrive, you’re welcomed like family. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or with family, they make everyone feel at home. The dive masters are skilled, friendly, and safety-focused, making each dive unforgettable. The location is perfect—right by the beach—and the accommodation is comfortable and convenient. What really sets them apart is the extra effort they put into helping you learn, grow, and have the best experience possible. Perhentian Island is stunning, but Matahari Divers made it truly special. Don’t think twice—go for it. You’ll leave with amazing memories and new friendships.

Had such an amazing time with Matahari Divers ! ❤️ Did my DSD there (my second time) and the instructor was sooo patient. Explained everything clearly, showed me the steps a few times till I actually felt confident to go in the water. It was honestly the best experience — felt safe and had fun at the same time. The whole crew is super friendly and chill, made me feel like part of the family. They’re really good with both locals and tourists, no awkward vibes at all. I also stayed at their guesthouse – they’ve got dorms and private rooms. Clean, comfy, and literally just steps away from the dive centre. They also provide breakfast ! Super convenient. 💃🏻 Can’t recommend this place enough. If you’re coming to Perhentian and wanna dive (or even just chill with cool people), Matahari Divers is the place to go. Def coming back again 💙

Had an amazing diving trip with Matahari Divers last weekend! 🌊 The vibes were great, the team was incredibly friendly and welcoming. I truly appreciated their professionalism during the dive briefings and the way they constantly refreshed our diving knowledge. A big thank you to DM Apit and the team for the caring and attentive guidance throughout our fun dives! For accommodation, I recommended Matahari Guesthouse (it shall be included when booking dive packages) - The host was very kind and accommodating to our small requests, making the stay extra comfortable and homey. Everything was top-notch. Definitely a place I’d recommend and can’t wait to return! 🙌✨

BEST DIVE SHOP IN PERHENTIAN! After 13 years since my last dive I was excited and a little nervous about getting back underwater, but Shelby and the whole matahari family were brilliant! They were highly knowledgable, reassuring and great fun! They are all incredibly welcoming, they not only have the best instructors they make you feel at home and part of the family. Across my week there I witnessed the team working with new divers on a discover scuba, divers in training on open water, advanced and DMT, as well as past divers (like myself) returning to the water after many years. They are well equipped to handle all divers at every level and train those looking to advance their qualifications. I did a comprehensive refresher course which was exactly what I needed and 4 fun dives. Can’t recommend this place more!

Lorena is an exceptional diving instructor. I started the experience feeling really scared, but her patience, kindness, and calm energy completely changed everything. She made me feel safe every step of the way, and thanks to her, my fear disappeared. I was able to dive peacefully and enjoy the ocean like never before. Truly professional and with such a warm approach – she turned what I thought would be a challenge into one of the most unforgettable experiences of my life. On top of that, Ombak Resort is one of the best places to stay on the island. The atmosphere is beautiful, relaxing, and perfectly located to enjoy the whole experience.

I had an absolute great time with Ombak Diving Center! My guide, Sam, was clear, polite, and absolutely great—he went the extra mile, really. The dive areas he took us to were incredible, with nice fish and beautiful coral. I also rented an underwater camera from the center, and Sam kept identifying all the good fish and coral so we could take great shots. Couldn't have asked for a better instructor or a more memorable dive. Highly recommend Ombak Diving Center!

Our recent holiday here was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, the staff's attentiveness was remarkable. The manager, Surya, consistently went above and beyond, anticipating our needs and making our stay seamless. We were so impressed with how our luggage was handled with such care, transported from the jetty to our room and back again upon departure. The location is ideal, just a short walk from the jetty and surrounded by a variety of delicious restaurants. But the real star is the beautiful, quiet beach – a welcome contrast to the busier Long Beach. We were amazed by the vibrant marine life just a few feet from the shore. Snorkeling here, we spotted Nemos, massive schools of anchovies, and on our last day, a black-tip shark! A huge thank you to our scuba instructors, Leah and Joey. They were incredibly patient with my 8-year-old and their professionalism and positive energy were contagious. They made every dive a safe and unforgettable adventure. If you're looking for a perfect blend of thrilling diving and peaceful relaxation, this is the place to be. Highly, highly recommended!

Perfect gateway. Far from bustling city. Just the sound of wave and fresher air. Everything was PERFECT. From the reception, to, kitchen staffs, housekeeping staff, CAFE staff EVERYONE is just so happy seeing all the guest. Every staff was so respectful. Room is spacious, bathroom is great! Private beach is CLEAN. Food is great. but The staff went above and beyond making sure the guest is satisfied.thay have a swing on the beach, it's awesome .. definitely come again because the place is worth the frequent visit ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

This is an amazing AMAZING place. Been coming here every year for a long time. And each time our stay has been amazing. The staff are amazing. Very friendly and very focused on ensuring customer needs are always met. Location wise.. it's not on the Long Beach side of Perhentian which is totally okay cos the Coral bay side is nice and easy and to get to the other side of the island there is a walkway you can use.

A 2 star hotel at a 4 star price - I wanted to stay at a place on this side of the island, and there weren't many choices available when I booked, so I chose Ombak because I wanted a private bathroom and AC and it was the only option. The room was clean, but quite worn and in need of renovation. The mattress was lumpy, with a large indentation to sleep in. The breakfast was adequate, but sort of mediocre for the price. There was AC in the room, but it was set to turn itself off at regular intervals, so I needed to keep pushing the on button when I wanted it. Staff were generally quite friendly and helpful, and worked hard to maintain the property. Room cleaning was available upon request, but was not regularly scheduled.

Staying at Ombak was a wonderful experience! The location is perfect—close to the jetty and well connected to both Coral and Long Beach. The resort is spacious, offers a delicious breakfast, reliable air-conditioning, WiFi, and hot water at all times. I also appreciated the eco-friendly touch of being able to refill the glass bottle they provide. I had a great time here with my 5-year-old twins. Every evening at 7:30, the restaurant screens a free movie, which was a lovely bonus for families. Overall, a highly recommended resor

I've completed my Open Water certification at Angel Diver. Such a friendly and helpful dive school. I felt completely at ease diving with Weli! I would definitely recommend this dive school to everyone. Thanks again for the fantastic experience!

Our instructor, Hazley, was very attentive, considerate and friendly. I had lots of fun doing the OP license here. He taught me good diving practice, and I only realized that after seeing many bad habits in other divers later on.

Really friendly and professional dive centre from the moment you arrive, always make sure you are safe and happy, rooms are clean and quiet. The head diver master Yoyo is really friendly and their instructor Nemo was so knowledgeable I did my advanced course there too. We saw , turtles, sharks, sting rays, squids and countless other interesting fish 100% recomend to anyone who is serious about diving. No wifi in the room or cell reception but you’ll be so busy you won’t need it and in my opinion that adds to the experience!

I got my open-water certification here with an amazing instructor Hazley! I was impressed with every guides’ professionalism, patience, kind and supporting attitude! Thank you, guys, for your incredible job!

Update: Having completed my Advanced Open Water here after starting with PADI Open Water, this was my second time diving with them, and I continue to be impressed by the staff. Jo is always responsive with bookings, Abe Li (Hazley) is a thorough and clear instructor, and Pedro is an experienced and helpful divemaster for fun dives. The rest of the staff are also friendly and hospitable. Choosing them was a great decision, and I hope to return soon!

I had an amazing experience with Angel Diver! The instructors and staff were incredibly professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. They made sure every diver felt safe and comfortable, whether you're a beginner or experienced. The equipment was well-maintained and in excellent condition. The dive sites were absolutely stunning, full of vibrant marine life and clear waters. I’ll definitely come back and highly recommend this dive centre to anyone looking for an unforgettable diving adventure!

Deserved 5stars rating from us! Friendly, well managed and easy to communicate with everyone @ the dive shop. Equipment and gear all well maintained and organised 🤙 tq DM kobert/yoyo. Take good care for everyone in the team. Had much fun and laughter. P/s : 6stars for DMyoyo, specially for u.

The absolutely most divine views on the island. Fair warning this will not be an easy trek and is not suitable for children, people will ailments and older adults. We started the climb at around 6:45 am in the morning and it took us 45 mins to go up (I’m 22). We reached the site at sunrise and it was breathtaking. Photos will not do justice to what you witness there. There wasn’t anybody else around at the time and we were free to hangout. I would suggest going there during sunrise as there isn’t a single light source on the path if it gets dark. A must visit if you come to perhentian kecil

Every year i will hike to this place! My advice is don't go and hike after 3pm cause a lot of people and very crowded for me. I always went here around morning at 9am, i will go down and swim there. Such a beautiful water. Only for those who are brave enough tho to go down there! Be extra careful 😙

I had a great stay at Seahorse diver! I stayed in the female dorm and the bed was comfortable and clean and came with a towel. The included breakfast is simple but tasty and you can choose from a variety of dishes that are made on the spot. The staff is very friendly.They offer diving courses and fun dives to many places around the islands for a good price and the guides make you feel comfortable and safe underwater. I highly recommend the hostel to everyone looking for a budget stay on the Perhentian islands.

Had great stay at Seahorse Diver. View from the seaview room was fantastic and the staff were very friendly. Great value option in long beach without compromising on the quality! Had a good diving experience as well and not to forget to tasty breakfast! Will definitely come again

I think this is a fantastic place for a budget accommodation (hostel). The location is perfect, the staff is very friendly and helpful and the included breakfast is quite decent. I stayed in a dorm without AC and it was hot but doable. All the facilities were clean and tidy. I was worried about not having hot water but I never really needed it. The shared spaces on the first and second floor were really lovely and the cat companions were a plus. I went from staying here to having a nice room in a resort (on a different island) and I definitely regretted it. The environment at seahorse was really lovely and I would gladly stay here again.

I had an absolutely wonderful stay at this hotel on Perhentian Island. From start to finish, everything exceeded my expectations. The vibe is relaxed and welcoming, making it a perfect getaway spot. One of the highlights was definitely the food—delicious, fresh, and full of local flavor. They also offer Scuba diving at a very reasonable price, which I highly recommend for anyone visiting the island. My instructor, Afif, was fantastic—professional, patient, and thorough in explaining all the safety procedures. Thanks to him, my first dive turned into an enthralling underwater experience that I won’t forget!!😊

Amazing location right on the beach and very easy to go to another beaches by water taxi. Rooms with only fan - but it's not as bad as you would think especially considering the fact that most of the time you spend outside on these beautiful Islands anyway. Breakfast is good and staff is extremely helpful and friendly.

We choose the Standard sea view room and it was good. Toilet is a little bit small but you will enjoy it anyway. The sea in front of the hotel is incredible. I did my first time Dive and the staff was amazing, they help us understand everything and the Dive went smooth and it was unforgettable. There is also a simple lobby rooftop where you can chill and talk with the other people staying at the hotel. Many thanks to all the staff, from the resturant, the reception and the dive staff. One of the best holiday ever ❤️

We liked our stay in the hotel, room was nice, good size and restaurant was good (breakfast, also dinner sometimes), great service/employees. It is however noisy, as walls are very thin so sometimes we could not sleep well because other people are loud during night, also there is a show until late next to the hotel. And there is no cleaning service (in 5 nights no change of towels)

Best cafe at the island! With the best staff. Very good vibes <3

Family laughter and fun. First I tried Discover scuba diving my first time diving without knowing how to swim imagine how good instructor is and I really see things differently from surface snorkeling . Before you get to the island please bring mosquito spray if you don't want to donate your blood at the ocean night. I came back and did Open water and advanced scuba diver here. Even you are solo traveller you would make a lot of Monkey friends just like you. They have scuba diving packages with accommodation (dorm & private room) with very very cheap and I think it's the cheapest price I see in Malaysia with love. The first place is always come up when I go Perhentian island "Monkey dives" just be like home.

Had an amazing time at Monkey Dives. Feel at home, dive when you want, chill, relax and party with the crew and join the family. Before you know it, 3 nights become 5, 4 dives become 6. Great pricing and good vibes all around.

A great dive center for obtaining PADI license. I did my Open Water there and I'll be back for sure for my Advanced. People there are amazingly good and helpful. Price is also among the best!

My friend & I stay there 6D5N & took OWD course + 2 fun dives. Me & my friend still will come back here if we come to perhentian. Mostly is due to they really friendly. Pro: 1. Friendly dive instructor & dive master & boat man. 2. Cheap price for cource/fun dives/accomodation 3. Good location. Happening at night. Many restaurant besides. Cons: 1. The room has a lot of mosquito. Although it provided electric mosquito repellents, but due to hot weather, the door is open during day time, so many mosquito come in. 2. The room has a lot of sand in the floor. Many times we saw the staff just change bedsheet, but didnt sweep/vacuum the floor. 3. Monkey dives didnt provide blanket. If you need blanket, you need to rent with them at RM5 with RM25 deposit. Due to 1st night has a lot of mosquito bite us, so we decide rent a blanket to avoid mosquito bite. 4. When we had our OWD course, we didnt complete our Open Water 3 due to instructor canot equalise. We float on the water/surface for 30min. We just learn knowledge, but missed our dive experience. Monkey Dives just do nothing and give excuse that cost for OWD is different, not able compensated/provide is another open water dive. This is the unhappiest part we feel. CHEAP course price, but also CHEAP quality. 5. If you want relax OWD course, I dont think you should choose to take here. Cuz they will try squeeze everything in 3days. Usually the course is 4D. But we complete in 3D (included delayed 1 dive). If we didnt delay 1 dives, it will be complete in 2.5day. Stressful for beginner diver. 6. Toilet very dark during daytime, no sunlight able to come in into toilet. (FYI, only have electric from 7pm-7am). Although many Cons, but we will still come back to Monkey Dives cuz accomodation&fun dive is cheap price, and master are friendly.

I booked the package with 4 dives and 2 nights at the dorm. The environment is very chilled and the people are very friendly and nice. The dive sites from the perhentian islands are very beautiful with some wrecks and beautiful corals. Definitely more than worth a visit!

Amazing hospitality here at Monkey Divers! The vibe here is unmatched and after the first day it felt like home. Amazing dive team with Didi, Sarah and James :) I would undoubtedly come back here without thinking twice.

Guaranteed back pain due to the poor quality of the beds, literally moldy ceilings because of lack of maintenance on the wooden materials, and impossible to sleep as there’s a diving center just downstairs — in the morning, they fill up the tanks for diving, which makes a lot of noise. The staff is super friendly but not very professional. They offer snorkeling tours and diving courses. I wanted to go snorkeling, but the information was very vague, which led to me not finding the group I was supposed to join. I absolutely do not recommend snorkeling on this island: it’s a tourist trap where you’ll just see about twenty boats rushing toward the only turtle in the water. Way too many people, which is destroying the marine environment. If you want to be one of those selfish tourists, go ahead, but otherwise, choose something more responsible.

Amazing diving center for first time divers. We planned to stay 3 days and ended up staying 2 weeks. The diving school is located at one of the best free snorkeling spots, where you can see a lot of baby sharks and hundreds of fish. You literally walk down into the water from the school’s entrance. And if you dive here you can borrow the snorkel for free. We did open water and advanced open water at Ohlala divers. The instructors were great (thanks Mica!) Is still hard to believe that this is the cheapest place to get your diving license in Asia, while it’s providing so much value: some of the best diving spots in the world, with sharks and turtles, amazing staff and instructors, accommodation with great views. and free accommodation if you get your license here or if you do 2 fun dives. For only 20 dollars per fun dive. You can also spot some cool wildlife in the evening: geckos, monitor lizards, owls. And very cute cats. Infrastructure is what I expected on an island dive school : outside showers without hot water and bungalow’s without ac. But it still feels comfortable. And no WiFi, which means people actually interact with each other. Extra advantage : It’s located next to the pier on Long Beach, which means you don’t have to carry your luggage on the beach.

I recently spent a week at Ohlala Divers on the Perhentian Islands, and I can honestly say it’s one of the best dive center I ever experienced. From the moment I arrived, the warm, personalized attention made me feel right at home. The team is incredibly professional, always ready to help. Dive groups are just 4 divers per instructor. Simple and clean accommodation, mosquito proof windows, fan. Good vienes. drinking water is available for free. A generous breakfast: egg and toast, coffee and tea all day available. Good equipment. high-quality fins, and Instructors emphasize safety above all, and you really feel in expert hands. Even better, courses and fun dives are surprisingly affordable excellent value for money compared to anywhere else in the region. If you’re heading to the Perhentian Islands and want exceptional diving, friendly, expert staff, and clean, comfortable lodging at a budget price, Ohlala Divers should top your list. Highly recommended

We stayed at Ohlala Divers for 5 nights as a couple in a hut. My partner did her PADI Open water and I did lots of fun dives! The hut was great considering it was included in the cost of your diving which itself was very affordable. The instructors were very knowledgeable and friendly and we had a great time. Ohlala is a very budget friendly option and the facilities are basic but functional. I would recommend Ohlala to other backpackers but It’s not a luxury resort so if that’s what you’re looking for you could consider diving with them and staying elsewhere.

I stayed here for 3 nights with my friend and would not recommend. This is mainly due to the poor organisation of the hostel. The workers were very friendly and the guys in the kitchen were especially friendly and kind. However, we weren’t able to book all of our dives (that the hostel had confirmed on watsapp before we arrived) because of the hostel’s poor organisation and communication. This hostel is very reasonably priced (especially for the island and great location) and was very simple. However, the rooms were not clean and the bathrooms were a walk away up a hill, with manual toilet flushes and were not clean. The scuba equipment was old and worn out, with rips/holes in the BCDs. The dive sites were good but I didn’t feel safe on my second dive, as our guide rarely checked in on us and swam ahead of us, so we had to work hard to keep up. (Me and my friend are both qualified at an advanced level, so we are capable divers but didn’t enjoy having to chase after the guide for the whole dive). He also swam through lots of very enclosed swim throughs (which I had never done before) sometimes without looking back or checking in on us. I felt very uneasy and uncomfortable. The worst part about Oh La La is the caged monkey sat right in the middle of the hostel (presumably belonging to the owner), who roams the hostel on a leash at night. I would not recommend this hostel. You should pay more to stay somewhere nicer.

Oh La La is about beautiful dives done while staying in a scenic, jungle setting. But most of all it's about the people. I felt encouraged, taken care of, and learned so much about the ocean's inhabitants. All the instructors are skilled professionals who take the time to help each student progress further. Come to the island, let go of time perception, and join this family full of real characters. Thank you to everyone for your kindness. Especially Aris, Idan, Mira, Alex, Amir, Mica, Iwan, Didi, Marwan, Adi, Lee and Lucy. You are all complete gems 💎

It’s taken me a while to write this review. The staff were very friendly, but I wouldn’t go back to oh la la or recommend it. Unfortunately, there was a lack of organisation from start to finish. We booked via WhatsApp for the 2 nights fun dive package, where you can do 4 dives and get your 2 nights stay for free. We arrived off the 7am ferry so the free breakfast of fried eggs and bread was a nice surprise when we arrived, but there wasn’t any guidance about how to sign up for dives. As we’d booked the 2 nights 4 dives package, via WhatsApp we assumed we would already be signed up for diving. This wasn’t the case. After breakfast we discussed with a staff member that we wanted to do 2 dives the next day. Unfortunately, when we went back that afternoon to double check what time we needed to wake up the next day, we were told that the afternoon dive was full so we could only do 1 dive in the morning. This was obviously disappointing. The following day, we asked how to sign up for the dives the day after, and were told to write our name on the whiteboard when we woke up in the morning. As we came back from eating dinner that night we found the board already quite full and just managed to get a space for the morning dive the next day. There was just a total lack of explanation or organisation. The same can be said regarding some parts of the diving experience too. When we came back from the dive we had to clean our equipment and put it away, which I’m happy to do. However, I had no idea where to put any of my equipment after the dive as nobody showed us. Also, Oh La La clean some of the equipment differently to how we’ve been shown in other diving schools - of course everywhere does things slightly differently. Nobody explained how they wanted their equipment cleaned however, which resulted in me getting called out for it by one of the divemasters - I felt a bit like I was getting told off like a child! On the equipment, the BCDs didn’t look in great condition and my friend couldn’t find any fins that fit her. The accommodation is extremely basic, it seems like one of the cheapest options on the island so can’t complain too much, but be prepared for mouldy rooms and dirty toilets with a manual flush. On the walk to the toilets you pass a sad looking monkey in a cage, alone with torn up drinks cans and plastic bottles. I did see it bought out one evening on a lead. As an animal lover, I don’t really like seeing animals in cages or captivity so just something to be aware of. I’ve also realised it’s important to me to go to a diving centre that has a focus on protecting the ocean, and I did not get that vibe from Oh La La. Even when we tried to leave to catch the ferry in the morning, the card reader had no charge so it was a bit chaotic trying to pay for our stay. They also tried to overcharge us, I’m sure it was an accident but make sure to calculate it yourself. Just another example of the lack of organisation. We ended up staying 3 nights and doing 2 dives, paid 240 each for it. The diving around the island is beautiful and would recommend it. If you want cheap, relaxed (I.e. unorganised) vibes then go for Oh La La. Otherwise I’d recommend paying more for somewhere else.

I had the best time diving with Below the Surface Divers, being able to witness a wide variety of marine life in just two dives. I did a shore dive as my refresher and a boat dive, where I came across blue spotted rays, turtles, countless black tips and more. My dive instructors Benny and Uncle Man made me feel so welcomed and safe throughout my dives and even offered to take videos of me with the turtles and fishes! 100/10 experience 🥰🥰🥰

Amazing team! Very friendly and professional. I felt very comfortable with all dive instructors. Definitely a place I can recommend.

I've been meaning to write this review since 2023, right after my Open Water course with Cikgu Marcus, but I kept forgetting. So here it is, finally! I did my Advanced Open Water with Cikgu Uwei at Below the Surface Divers and my fun dives mostly with Pien. They’ve been a huge part of my diving journey. I’ve always had some anxiety when it comes to diving (I still do even now) but with their patience and guidance, I’ve learned how to manage it and enjoy the experience. Had my 47 dives with BTS before I had the confidence to go for my dive trip somewhere else! Over these two years, it’s been more than just diving, a great friendships was built with Uwei, Aida, and Pien, who have supported me every step of the way, both in and out of the water. The whole team including Benny, Abang Man, Abe Tok, Topik, and Kimi. They are just so fun, always makes each dive safe, and memorable. You won’t find a more welcoming dive centre as BTS. Their service is top-notch. If you’re looking for a place to start or continue your diving journey, Below the Surface Divers should be in your number one list in Perhentian!

As a diver, most of our parent will concern and sceptical about underwater safety. My mum has been nagging and worrying for the past 8 years that I should stop such dangerous hobby. So, I decided to let her experience Discovery Dive and I choose BTS in perhentian because Benny is one of the good instructor who are detailed-oriented, nurturing and patient. She is so clumsy with her breathing, panic and super stiff, however my 67 years old mum managed to dive in for 50 minutes under Benny’s supervision and guess what, she no longer nag me as much as before after experiencing and understand how diving works. Most importantly, she had a lot of fun and eye opening. Thank you Benny Lee and lots of ❤️❤️❤️ for taking care and being patient in guiding my mum underwater.

I spent a week diving with Below the Surface and honestly… I didn’t want to leave! The whole team is just incredible — friendly, kind, funny, and full of good vibes. They make you feel like part of the family from the very first dive. Pien is an absolute gem! Her passion for diving (and nudibranchs in particular💙) is totally contagious — every dive with her was not just fun, but filled with wonder and laughter. And let’s talk about the rest of the crew: Benny, Herman, Uwei, Hani… honestly, every single person there makes the experience unforgettable. They’re not just professionals, they’re people you genuinely want to spend time with. Without a doubt, Below the Surface (alongside Medusa Diver!) is one of the best dive centers I’ve ever been to. It was a total pleasure diving with them, and I can’t wait to go back for more bubbles, laughs, and underwater adventures!

Did four dives with BTS divers and we had a great experience with them. All the dive masters/instructors are friendly and knowledgeable, being novice divers we felt comfortable and safe during our dives. Their centre is located right by MIMPI hotel and it is very new and neat (as compared to the ones down the beach). The staffs will help to change your cylinders and clean the gears after every dive so we do not have to worry about all these and just focus on enjoying our dives! They are also very responsive on WhatsApp, hassle free booking process (10% deposit required) and settlement upon completing all dives. Suggest to pay cash as there are surcharges for CC payment.

We spent a few days diving with Below The Surface. It was a great experience. Sunny and the crew were so friendly and easy going, even when I was emailing with my inquiries. We did a refresher course and 2 dives. Sunny did a thorough job with the refresher and we learnt quite a few things that we never knew, even with 20 to 30 plus dives under our belt. The dives were personal and they took pride in organizing for really small groups (we had Sunny to just the two of us). The facilities and equipment were new and clean, as the resort they are based at opened only in April. The dives were amazing. Warm water, great marine life, clear waters and Sunny did a great job spotting and pointing out sharks, turtles, all kinds of fish, we were particularly blown away by the huge schools of large humphead parrotfish and big eye snappers. At the end of the day, Sunny even sat down with us and ran through the list of interesting fish we saw on the dives. Overall, fantastic service, friendly atmosphere, good technical skills, new clean gear and a nice environment. Well done! Thanks for the great time! Show less

I had a great stay at Seahorse diver! I stayed in the female dorm and the bed was comfortable and clean and came with a towel. The included breakfast is simple but tasty and you can choose from a variety of dishes that are made on the spot. The staff is very friendly.They offer diving courses and fun dives to many places around the islands for a good price and the guides make you feel comfortable and safe underwater. I highly recommend the hostel to everyone looking for a budget stay on the Perhentian islands.

Had great stay at Seahorse Diver. View from the seaview room was fantastic and the staff were very friendly. Great value option in long beach without compromising on the quality! Had a good diving experience as well and not to forget to tasty breakfast! Will definitely come again

I think this is a fantastic place for a budget accommodation (hostel). The location is perfect, the staff is very friendly and helpful and the included breakfast is quite decent. I stayed in a dorm without AC and it was hot but doable. All the facilities were clean and tidy. I was worried about not having hot water but I never really needed it. The shared spaces on the first and second floor were really lovely and the cat companions were a plus. I went from staying here to having a nice room in a resort (on a different island) and I definitely regretted it. The environment at seahorse was really lovely and I would gladly stay here again.

I had an absolutely wonderful stay at this hotel on Perhentian Island. From start to finish, everything exceeded my expectations. The vibe is relaxed and welcoming, making it a perfect getaway spot. One of the highlights was definitely the food—delicious, fresh, and full of local flavor. They also offer Scuba diving at a very reasonable price, which I highly recommend for anyone visiting the island. My instructor, Afif, was fantastic—professional, patient, and thorough in explaining all the safety procedures. Thanks to him, my first dive turned into an enthralling underwater experience that I won’t forget!!😊

Amazing location right on the beach and very easy to go to another beaches by water taxi. Rooms with only fan - but it's not as bad as you would think especially considering the fact that most of the time you spend outside on these beautiful Islands anyway. Breakfast is good and staff is extremely helpful and friendly.

We choose the Standard sea view room and it was good. Toilet is a little bit small but you will enjoy it anyway. The sea in front of the hotel is incredible. I did my first time Dive and the staff was amazing, they help us understand everything and the Dive went smooth and it was unforgettable. There is also a simple lobby rooftop where you can chill and talk with the other people staying at the hotel. Many thanks to all the staff, from the resturant, the reception and the dive staff. One of the best holiday ever ❤️

We liked our stay in the hotel, room was nice, good size and restaurant was good (breakfast, also dinner sometimes), great service/employees. It is however noisy, as walls are very thin so sometimes we could not sleep well because other people are loud during night, also there is a show until late next to the hotel. And there is no cleaning service (in 5 nights no change of towels)

Kuddos to Abang Matt (Seasight), our boatman for making this a fun and memorable trip to Perhentian Island. We had so much fun and gained so much knowledge and experience while joining him for the snorkeling trip @Perhentian Island, Pulau Rawa, Pulau Serenggeh etc. His jovial character really enhanced our experience to a fun filled one. Amazing job by Izz(boat crew) who helped with making it double the fun with his guidance in boosting our water confidence and awesome job by our agent Shafiq (Travveo) for making it a smooth and pleasant journey for us. Thank you Shafiq for the videos and pics. We really had a great time and will definitely come back for round 3 with you guys.

Thank you very much for the unforgettable underwater experience…! We joined the snorkeling tour which visited to D’ Lagoon, turtle point, shark point, fishers village, Nemo point and KK beach. Our guide Izz was very experienced, child friendly. We had an amazing day☺️We love to visit you again..!!

I had an absolutely amazing experience getting my diving license at Seasight Scuba in Terengganu! The instructors were incredibly patient and knowledgeable, making me feel safe and confident every step of the way. The dive sites were breathtaking, with crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life. The whole process was smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. I can't recommend Seasight Scuba enough—it's the perfect place to begin your diving journey! Shout out to kak zira🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

Took my diving license here, very chill instructor!! Sgt informative, friendly and accommodating throughout the whole experience. They also bawak pergi tempat dive yang best, such as Sanchoi Wreck, D'Lagoon dan macam-macam lagi. Centre dia pun betul-betul berhadapan dengan laut, kalau time sunset, very beautiful while taking my diving teori classes. They suggested nice restaurants/places to eat and helped us to find available hotels. All in all, they deserve good ratings!

1. I love this joint. The crew is humble and funny, as well as knowledgable. They are fun to dive with and to keep you company even after the dives. 2. There's a small food outlet and a local convenient store. The jetty is also nearby. Their rate is reasonable and above all, you have all the fun trip with them. 3. They also provide a complete package from boat transfer out of Kuala Besut Jetty to the island. They also run a hostel-type accommodation at the village and also provide snorkeling trip. 4. You can go to the Sealife Kuala Besut Office to arrange for the trip.

Great place. They provide both scuba diving experience and snorkeling trips. Best place to snorkel with turtles. Recommend!

We are so glad to have Azuwal and Afiq as our diving instructors 👍🏻 they are experienced and patiently taught us until we mastered all the skills! The staffs in seasight scuba, Nora, Azira, Bobby and Berjaya are so kind and friendly. Dive with Seasight Scuba, you will enjoy it 😉